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claytsup · 01-12-2016, 10:50 AM

After 6 months with our used Fleetwood Fiesta 32s I believe we've sniffed out most or all of the repairs and issues that need addressing to make it "travel-worthy." Here is the list- my question is should I invest in these repairs or move on to a healthier coach?
Back up camera
Generator fix
stereo fix
rear bumper
side dents
house battery charging
Install dish tv
fix steps
Spare tire
Car Tow Dolly
Cupboard door
Stove cover
Bedroom door
Cockpit upholstery (clean/replace?)
Awning replace

Mr_D · 01-12-2016, 11:03 AM

What year, how many miles on it? What is the estimate to fix it the way you want? Do you like it enough to keep it when the changes/updates are made?

Take the car dolly out of the picture because you need it anyway if your towed isn't towable four down, but then you have to spend more to tow four down as the brackets, braking systems and lights need to be installed. And you'll need a towbar too.

nothermark · 01-12-2016, 11:17 AM

FWIW some of the list like the dolly will not change with a new coach. Some of the rest may not be worth a lot of attention (side dents, bedroom door) that leaves a few things that have a wide range of costs depending on the problem. It also depends on who is doing the work. I would start with the generator and battery charging as they are potentially the most expensive but needs not wants. If the cost of that is reasonable then do it and go from there.

The more information you give us about what needs to be done the better advice you will get. This list is not bad at first look. It is also more want than need but we all know "want" counts. ;-)

mchero · 01-12-2016, 01:05 PM

Need more information. What do you mean "Generator Fix"? Does it just need serviced or is it DOA?
"Stereo Fix" What's wrong with the Stereo?
"Awning Replace" what needs replaced? Just the fabric or the whole shootin match?

milasman · 01-12-2016, 03:31 PM

Move on

srh · 01-12-2016, 03:56 PM

I think you will have a similar punch list for any used coach. It might be different and perhaps more than what you have listed. when I bought my Affinity, I had a list that was twice as long, nonetheless fixable. I did them all. Now, I have a coach that everything works and I like it.
The question that you would have to answer is, as Mr_D pointed out, would you like the coach if got it fixed? If the answer is, then I would go ahead and fix it. In general, fixes are less costly than selling and buying another one.
Happy Travels!

claytsup · 01-13-2016, 01:05 PM

Glad to have all your help gawd lemme think

Bruce C · 01-14-2016, 04:26 AM

Any used coach will need repairs or updates to fit your needs. If you fix what you have, you will know the coach and have the enjoyment of getting it to fit your needs. If you buy another your dealing with the unknown again and possibly more serious issues. Good luck in your choice but it's one you have to make.

claytsup · 01-30-2016, 11:20 PM

OK- glad to say I agreed with all your great advice, split up my list and just got my Fleetwood back from round one of repair! Couldn't be happier- thanks to you all!!

Mr_D · 01-30-2016, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by srh

In general, fixes are less costly than selling and buying another one.

Isn't that the truth! Look at what we spent on the Magna so far and I still need new tires and SmarTire sensors!

srh · 02-01-2016, 11:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr_D

Isn't that the truth! Look at what we spent on the Magna so far and I still need new tires and SmarTire sensors!

Mt_D: I know you went through a lot of expenses - but now that you have the big one out of the way you have a coach that is the envy of many. I know tires are another big one, but less than $8k will get you all new ones. If you were to sell and replace you will need to do somethings like these all again. You will pay more in sales tax than $8k assuming you don't lose much in the sale of coach.
On another IMPORTANT note - how is your DW doing? All my thoughts and prayers!